Heavy Equipment Operator

Our client is growing and looking for a Heavy Equipment Operator to support earthwork, site development, and civil construction projects. This role involves operating a range of equipment with precision, awareness of site conditions, and a strong focus on safety and production.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators, dozers, wheel loaders, backhoes, skid steers, and graders
  

• Perform rough and fine grading, trenching, excavation, and material moving
  

• Read grade stakes, site layouts, and follow directions from foremen and superintendents
  

• Conduct daily pre-op inspections and report equipment issues
  

• Assist with minor equipment adjustments and fluid checks
  

• Work alongside laborers and field crews to meet production goals
  

• Maintain safe operating practices on active construction sites
  

• Follow project plans, safety procedures, and environmental standards
  

Equipment Experience (Preferred)

• Excavators – CAT, Komatsu, John Deere, Hitachi
  

• Dozers – John Deere, CAT, Case
  

• Skid Steers & Loaders – Bobcat, CAT, Volvo
  

• Graders & Rollers – Deere, Hamm, Sakai
  

• Off-road trucks and site haul equipment
  

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy construction equipment across multiple job types
  

• Ability to work from grade stakes, plans, and supervisory direction
  

• Knowledge of jobsite safety, trenching, and equipment operation standards
  

• Willingness to work outdoors in varying conditions
  

• Valid driver’s license; CDL is a plus
  

• GPS machine control experience is a bonus but not required
  

Keywords for Ranking

Heavy Equipment Operator, Excavator Operator, Dozer Operator, Earthwork Jobs, Site Development Equipment, Civil Construction Operator, Grading and Excavation, Heavy Civil Projects

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